Dogs - December 2007

do they go blind

2007-12-10 14:33:01 · 27 answers · asked by MENDEZ 1

before getting your breed(s) of dog, or top 5 things that people should know about your breed(s) of dog.

I'll start:
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
1. They're BIG dogs [with no legs] in small bodies. They've got a huge heart and are bossy as well.
2. They're great family dogs and great with kids.
3. They tend to be energetic, so training them in dog sports is always a good idea.
4. They shed. A LOT.
5. They tend to bark a lot.

2007-12-10 14:10:49 · 21 answers · asked by Winnie the Corgi © 4

Why is it that people have a problem with cockapoos, bichonpoos, goldendoodles etc and insisting they shouldn't be worth anything while believing that so called 'purebreds' are superior? Yes, there are mutts in shelters but there are 'purebreds' in shelters too. In fact, when I go to shelters I see many more purebreds than mutts. So what's the problem? You're being incredibly hypocritical and act as though purebreds are some naturally occuring phenomenon. Hate to break it to you but technically, all so called 'purebreds' are mutts too. Take the Blue Heeler, it was achieved by mixing collie, dalmation, bull terrior and even dingo - yet it's a 'purebred'. How about the German Shepherd? That breed was achieved by mixing various types of Shepherd dogs from different areas. I could go on for days but they're all pretty much mutts! If mix breeding was something that was always frowned upon, the selection of breeds we have today would be VERY limited.

2007-12-10 13:28:19 · 23 answers · asked by BeX 4

I was using a digital camera to videotape my dog's face, especially him looking up at the camera. But after a few scenes, I forgot to put it on "video" and instead took a picture...Right in his eyes! He kind of shied away from me the rest of the night, the way a dog would shy away from someone who'd hit it. He doesn't seem to be having any eyesight problems, but IDK, unless he went blind I wouldn't be able to tell. So does a bright light flashing in a dogs eyes hurt them?

Please don't lecture me about hurting him or say "Poor little puppy. Youu evil girl.", because I feel guilty enough already.

2007-12-10 13:28:13 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-12-10 13:21:39 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-12-10 13:03:01 · 6 answers · asked by cyclone_surf 1

Is it bad for a yorkie terrior to eat cat food?
As in: will it do them harms if they've eaten it a coupple of times?

2007-12-10 12:55:38 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous

Here's the info:
Male
They had their first set of shots, up to date on deworming and first generation cockapoos.
Do you think $400 is a reasonable price? They're red in color, if that makes a difference.

2007-12-10 12:47:19 · 34 answers · asked by ♥gσρρєя♥ 4

I might get a dog soon and I just wanted to know which one is better. Please explain your answer.

2007-12-10 12:47:15 · 11 answers · asked by Mary Grace G 1

Here's the info:
Male
They had their first set of shots, up to date on deworming and first generation cockapoos.
Do you think $400 is a reasonable price? They're red in color, if that makes a difference.

2007-12-10 12:46:20 · 10 answers · asked by ♥gσρρєя♥ 4

Help me name my puppy. tri-colored(black white tan) long curly tail very smart and funny very loving very vocal, but i cannot think of the right name. Its been three months and i still have no name. I have thought of plenty but nothing seems right. i like unique please help.

2007-12-10 12:45:22 · 15 answers · asked by juvenilediabeticami 2

Do they shed?

2007-12-10 12:43:16 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

The groomers won't work with him anymore and the vet has to sedate him everytime. Last nail trimming was $50. Any suggestions would be great!

2007-12-10 12:41:02 · 21 answers · asked by Anonymous

golden retriver. female. adorable. i asked before, but only got a few answers. help plz. 10 points to the best answer!!

2007-12-10 12:32:00 · 21 answers · asked by ♥CaramelDucky♥ 4

If we let him loose, he will pee in all the corners of the house near each bedroom etc..etc..

We used to keep him outside of his cage, but tied to the cage with his lease to atleast he is outside of his cage but he continues to pee on the floor. I am getting a little tired of constantly cleaning up after him inside the house. He is about 2 years old give or take. He is a nice dog but he barks a lot and he constantly is pee'ing. It seems like we need to walk him 8 times per day. What can I do about him pee'ing inside of his cage?

Can I put litter down on the floor of his cage to help control the mess? The only thing that helped in the past was diapers on him.
If we tried the pad that goes on the floor, he used to just rip it up with his paws or his teeth.
Like I said, he even pee's inside the cage. I guess he does this if we aren't home and he has to go,he has no choice but to go in the cage. I think if we were home,he would give us notice by barking. Thoughts anyone?

2007-12-10 12:31:52 · 14 answers · asked by marcecore 1

My dog wandered away from our home in the country on Sunday morning. He is neutered, but since I only adopted him 6 months ago he doesn't know his way around to well. I've put an ad in the paper, put up fliers, and have drove a couple of tanks of gas out of my car. What distance should I be searching right now??? 1 mile - 5miles??? On average, how far will a 60lb lab mix travel. Keep in mind it has rained not stop for the past two days - temp is in the 50's.

I greatly appreciate any input you have. By the way, we are in Southern IL - no ice around here!!

2007-12-10 12:29:52 · 23 answers · asked by Abbygail 3

because i have allergies.
and are they easier to take care of?

2007-12-10 12:27:19 · 10 answers · asked by danie 2

sometimes i think he does it bec. he wants to get back at me when we are fighting. but he still do it almost everyday even when we are in goood terms. he's sixteen and doesnt listen to me (more like no one),

2007-12-10 12:23:40 · 21 answers · asked by sleepyhead 1

She constantly walks around the yard when let out. she doesn't pay attention to something for very long. I know we just got her from the pound, but she's very strange. She gets along with the other dogs, but accidently killed the guinea pig. She hasn't bitten any of us (kids) and is friendly for the most part. but I was wondering if it's possible for a dog to have A.D.D?

2007-12-10 12:23:04 · 7 answers · asked by Mini kirby 3

2007-12-10 12:11:14 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

this has been on my mind for months and months. First of all one day this past august i was going to my friends house to go to the pool and on the way to the bathroom he kinda tried to drag me or something and he nibbled on me. it was like when to teeth pinch my leg. Then i went to the pool and went home. then i was thinking about rabies. since this was in august and its december now is there a chance i have it? the dog is fine. i see it every day since i walk home. i have no symptoms and the nibble jsut left a scar. the dog has no symptoms either. can anybody help me?

2007-12-10 12:00:59 · 32 answers · asked by mike 2

I ran into an interesting phone conversation today. A lady called looking for a male to "service" her female. Well she said her pom was born in 2000. She has never been bred and has never went into heat until recently. I told her her dog was 7 years old she had to come into heat unless she was spayed . She said her dog never made any messes, I told her that some dogs do not make messes they keep themselves very clean, but she should have noticed swelling and male dogs coming around. Now get this load of crap. She said she was from down south where it is warmer and dogs don't come into heat as often there. (she just moved here recently) I told her she did not have a clue as to what she was talking about, all dogs come into heat unless they are spayed. I told her her dog was too old to safely breed and have puppies, and I did not want anything to do with this or her dog. Then she got on the vet thing........

2007-12-10 11:59:20 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

boxer dog had pups and nursed them for 6 weeks now pups are gone but mother s **** are very swollen and red,milk leaking belive her to be in some pain

2007-12-10 11:56:14 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-12-10 11:51:04 · 23 answers · asked by Sweet Judy 7

She never gains weight. (you can see her ribs) She is very hyper and loves to run and play so she burns lots of energy. She has been to the vet and they could not find anything wrong. Any ideas? Are danes just thin at that age? How can we get her to gain weight? Good stuff to feed her? Thank you!

2007-12-10 11:35:16 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-12-10 11:33:40 · 13 answers · asked by minnytonka79 1

How many of you are aware that ELEVATED bowls INCREASE the risk of GDV (bloat)???????

PLEASE review the LATEST info!!!! Elevating the bowl is OLD and outdated info!!!!!!

http://www.vet.purdue.edu/epi/dietrisk.htm

2007-12-10 11:31:03 · 16 answers · asked by ARE YOUR NEWFS GELLIN'? 7

We have an almost 4 month old great dane puppy. Shes about 35-40lbs already. We know we need to start her obidence training but have no clue if we should hire somebody or do it ourselves. Do you have any suggestions (or tips if we were to do it ourselves). THANKS!

2007-12-10 11:27:09 · 8 answers · asked by agrolia 3

We have a 4 month old great dane puppy... Every time she eats she gets the hiccups. We have her food elevated so she doesnt have to bend to get to it. She chows everything down QUICKLY, is she getting them because shes eating too fast? Is this anything i should be concerned about?

2007-12-10 11:22:53 · 11 answers · asked by agrolia 3

My dog Just turn 2 and i had her for 5 mths now. She is a pekingese with another snozer mix.. she is an awesome dog.But she has been trying to hump me..which i tell her No.. and that its bad..lol.. and so she has been trying to do it.. when im not looking.. on ground... or so on.. i want to know how do i get her to stop.because when im not looking she does it and when i do look at her.she stops and gives me the puppy look,which makes me melt.Any tips that can help ? i have tried seraching on the net but no helpful tips to help me get her to stop.Im thinking about getting her spyed..but im not sure if i can get her to stop on my own or is getting her spyed.the best soulation? advice would be apprecaited.

2007-12-10 11:20:17 · 20 answers · asked by Andrea 3